I'd rather have bubble hash (hash made with ice and water) than hash oil. Even if its made with alcohol rather than butane. I'd think a yuppie pot store would only do the best.
There's not a bit of evidence that any chemical constituent of these salves is able to penetrate the skin. No skin penetration, no effect on pain whatsoever (except, perhaps, a placebo effect). Come on people! Do a little research and stop overhyping this nonsense.
Cathytown, you are totally wrong. I've been making my own home salve for years. It absolutely has significant pain relief effects. It makes the tips of your fingers go numb after applying and feels like it "turns the pain off". Topicals don't make you feel high, they just provide pain relief.
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